About Bill Belanich
Lived 1903 – 1960 (aged 57). Bill Belanich was an American american football player and basketball coach.
Frank George "Bill" Belanich (May 19, 1903 – August 13, 1960), also known as "Box Car Bill", was an American football and basketball player and coach. He played college football at Dayton from 1924 to 1926 and was the captain of the 1926 Dayton Flyers football team. He later played professional football in the National Football League (NFL) as a tackle and end for the Dayton Triangles. He appeared in 19 NFL games, 18 as a starter, during the 1927, 1928, and 1929 seasons. He also served as the University of Dayton's basketball coach from 1929 to 1933. He died in 1960.
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Who was Bill Belanich?
American football player
When was Bill Belanich born?
Bill Belanich was born on 19 May 1903 in Euclid.
When did Bill Belanich die?
Bill Belanich died on 13 August 1960.
What was Bill Belanich's occupation?
Bill Belanich was an american football player and basketball coach.
What nationality was Bill Belanich?
Bill Belanich was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Belanich. https://biography.guide/bill-belanich/
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